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USER MANUAL VERSION 1.1 JUNE 2019 SLAY E R STE A M LP US E R M A N UA L V1 .1 | J UN E 201 9...
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Information contained herein is subject to change without notice. Every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual; nevertheless, Slayer assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions or any damages resulting from the use of this information.
Step 4: Connect Power Step 5: Fill Tanks Step 6: Turn On Elements I ’M R E A DY, LE T’S B R EW THI S! Using Slayer Steam LP Espresso Basics Factory Settings The Barista Dashboard™ SLAY E R STE A M LP US E R M A N UA L V1 .1 | J UN E 201 9...
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Box Set, Steam LP celebrates what volumetric accuracy and a mission to give the owner a total value in form and function. Staying true to our mission Slayer realized its potential to you have come to love in Slayer, design the most intuitive, volumetric machine including special product-...
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For additional details or installation assistance, contact your authorized Slayer reseller or the appropriate party listed below: STOP N OT E FRO M O U R C U STO M ER SUCC ESS DI R EC TO R,...
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Warranty coverage does not include parts that are subject to normal wear merchantability, and fitness for a particular purpose. and tear, as determined by Slayer. These include, but are not limited to, Warranty claims must be authorized by a Slayer Support representative shower screens, portafilter gaskets, expansion or anti-suction valves, and prior to repair or remedial action.
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Using your machine outside of its defined with water suitable for human consumption (according to local laws functionality – as it is described in the “Using Slayer” section on pg. 17 of in force) this guide – may be a safety hazard, resulting in property damage, physical injury, or even death, and will immediately void the warranty.
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“softness” of water. The desirable range of hardness is 4-5 grains. Over time, calcium carbonate accumulates as a hard substance, called All Slayer espresso machines need to be connected to a carbon water “scale”, and will inhibit the flow of water. Machines subjected to “harder”...
• Pick or awl • Pliers • 9/16 inch socket wrench • Adjustable wrench • Slayer Espresso Machine Cleaner • Steam wand cleaner • Non-abrasive surface cleaner • Slayer Lubricant • Teflon tape SLAY E R STE A M LP US E R M A N UA L V1 .1 | J UN E 201 9...
INSTALLATION Only qualified service personnel should install Slayer espresso machines. For a list of certified Slayer technicians near you please contact our support department. Incorrect installation may result in injury and/or damage to the equipment. Please read the “Safety Advisory” on pg. 7 before beginning installation.
Read “Water Treatment Requirements” on pg. 8 for information about avoiding and addressing water-related issues. Your Slayer Steam machine needs to be installed on a structure that is capable of supporting its weight, including the weight of the water, once...
5. Remove hook and loop strap from the machine body. To protect the to a pallet at the base. On the outside of the crate, a Steam LP Quick Start machine during installation, keep all other packing material in place.
STEP 3: CONNECT PLUMBING Your Slayer Steam LP machine will arrive with two (2) plumbing lines and PRO CE D URE two (2) drain hoses attached. One (1) additional plumbing line will arrive inside of the accessories box. A water treatment system is required, but Install your water treatment system according to the instructions not included.
STEP 4: CONNECT POWER Your Slayer Steam machine will ship with the power configuration PRO CE D URE requested at the time of purchase. In most cases, this will include a plug end on the power cord. If your machine does not include a plug, do not Ensure main power rocker switch is in the off O position (see page 15) attempt to wire it yourself.
STEP 5: FILL TANKS P RO CE D U R E Ensure that both steam actuators are in the “Off” position, the drain Wait until the steam tank has filled completely, then fill the group hoses and water lines are connected, and the cup tray panels have heads by shifting each group actuator paddle from right to left been removed.
These innovations will promote efficiency, accuracy, and comfort on every bar where Slayer Steam LP is found. Whether this is your first espresso machine or the latest in a long career, our instructions should serve as a helpful baseline for getting the most out of Steam LP.
– produces coffee with distinct characteristics that espresso prepared from dark-roasted coffee will more closely resemble contribute to discernible differences in beverage flavor. Slayer Steam is the characteristics of caramel, dark chocolate and nutty flavors. In some...
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Larger coffee dose (more weight): Recommended when espresso tastes bitter. • Increased flavor intensity To adjust the brew temperature, see instructions under Using Slayer > Adjust Brew Temperature on pg. 28. • Longer extraction time Recommended when espresso tastes sour, feels thin, extracts WATE R PRE SSURE quickly, or has no crema.
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No one knows your coffee better than your roaster and in some cases you are still the best maestro for conducting great cup experiences. As a baseline Slayer recommends using a scale or graduated shot glasses to measure 25-40 grams or 1.0-1.5 fluid ounces of espresso per serving.
SLAYER STEAM FACTORY SETTINGS SL AYER ST E AM FACTO RY S E TTIN GS Brew Tank Temperature 93° C (200° F) Brew Pump Pressure 9 bar Steam Tank Pressure 1.4 bar Low Pressure Regulator 2.5 bar Shot 1: Pre-Infusion / Brew / Post...
THE BARISTA DASHBOARD™ Slayer Steam LP is equipped with a digital interface that displays the multiple groups or select Gp1 to save details at each individual group. essential functions of the machine up front and center for your ease. Through the Barista Dashboard™, you have access to quick and effective •...
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under 2 seconds will not reset the shot time, and under 5 second will Scroll to select Advanced, and repeat step 3 for the Advanced not count as a shot in the shot counter. This is to allow the barista an password.
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When all three parameters have been accepted, the shot is saved 2. Place all three parts in a solution bath of Slayer Espresso Machine for that particular group in the same paddle position that was used for the Cleaner and hot water.
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Quick Cleaning MANAGER MENU, Password Protected Option The second level menu Manager Menu can be password protected. To SCRE EN EXA M PLE : access the menu with the stock password, scroll to Enter Password, Q u i c k C l e a n i n g depress the button which prompts you to enter the password.
< S h o t 1 > G p 1 Steam LP features an Auto Flush that enables a quick purge of the group after each shot for a programmable time period between zero and five 4. The settings for each phase of the shot profile - Pre, Brew, and Post - seconds.
Shot 1 Steam LP also enables a Manual shot to be saved as Shot 1 or Shot 2 in SC RE E N EXA MP LE : Automatic Mode. Below is the recommended procedure to save shots...
The following steps represent a good starting point when first using Slayer Steam to prepare espresso. The following steps represent a good starting point when first using Slayer Steam LP to prepare espresso.
STEAM MILK Slayer Steam LP utilizes a dedicated Steam Boiler with adjustable Steam PRO CE D URE pressure. The steam actuators allow for three (3) positions: “off”, “on”, and “purge”. Fill a pitcher with the desired volume of fresh, cold milk.
ADJ U ST H OT WATER TEM PERATUR E 5. Tighten lock nut to hold setting. Slayer Steam features a blending valve that draws water from the steam 6. Replace Cup Tray and Cup Tray covers or when maintenance is tank and main cold water line simultaneously.
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ADJ U ST H OT WATER TAP F U NC TI O N Dispense hot water by pressing the button to the right of the tap. The Adjusting this value can increase the pressure in which the steam exits the flow of water will stop automatically, after the pre-configured volume has steam wand.
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CA L IB RATI NG S H OT W EI G HT OF FSETS SHOT WEIGHT OFFSET CALIBRATION (ALTERNATE PROCEDURE) Using volumetrics, Slayer Steam LP uses offsets to account for water Prepare and complete a saved shot (Shot 1 or Shot 2) using a scale to absorbed by coffee during extraction.
Do not interact with the Advanced Menu before reading this manual 4. Press and release the menu button to confirm your new setting and in its entirety. Then – if unsure – consult your Slayer representative, proceed to the next step.
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SH OT LI GH T BR I G HT NESS S ET TIME /DATE Shot lights are positioned under each group to illuminate the extraction Setting time and date is critical in order to utilize Power Save mode and and give better visibility to the quality of the shot being dispensed. The to enact your countdown to service clock.
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Daily, weekly, quarterly and ANNUAL maintenance should be done ahead of issues to prevent costly breakdowns and extensive repairs. The Slayer Steam EP alerts you via a countdown clock of when your next suggested Preventative Maintenance repair should be done.
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IMPORTANT: To configure the offsets, you must have a Scace device or The Post Brew vent feature is included to help quickly depressurize the defer to a certified Slayer technician. This can NOT be performed with group back to low pressure when the extraction enters the post-brew hand held temperature probes.
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F l o w m e t e r C a l i b . on a particular group. While factory set manufacturer tolerances are minimal between flow meters, Slayer has applied the following calibration G p 1 : < - 1 0 > p u l s exercise to sync up subtle performance differences, to ensure consistent performance group to group.
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Cleaning & Preventative Maintenance Keeping your machine clean and properly maintained is essential to ensuring espresso quality and equipment longevity. Espresso machines require both daily cleaning and ongoing periodic maintenance. The frequency with which these tasks should be completed will depend on the location and use of your espresso machine.
CLEAN THE MACHINE EXTERIOR GENERAL GROUP HEAD CARE Use a soft, clean towel to wipe the surfaces of the machine. Do not use Regular cleaning and backflushing optimizes machine performance and abrasive cleaners. Small amounts of window cleaner may be used on glass espresso flavor by preventing the buildup of coffee oils.
BACKFLUSH THE GROUP HEADS Through the Barista Dashboard, Slayer Steam automates backflush cycles 3. Remove portafilter baskets and portafilter springs from all for each group head. Backflush with an approved espresso machine portafilter bodies. cleaning powder at least once daily. Complete the “Fast Clean” procedure 4.
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Basic Backflushing Steps SLAY E R STE A M LP US E R M A N UA L V1 .1 | J UN E 201 9...
FAST CLEAN Designed to be done without the use of detergent after the busy portion PRO CE D URE of the day, at the shift change or when changing out the coffees in the hopper. Leave the screen, screw in place. Complete the following steps for Remove portafilter from group head, then use a cleaning brush to each group head whenever your machine requires minor cleaning.
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Only qualified service personnel should repair Slayer Espresso machines. Incorrect repair may result in injury and/ or damage to the equipment. Please consult your distributor for a qualified Slayer service technician.
BREW GROUP HEAD COMPONENTS PARTS MANUAL - STEAM LP SLAY E R STE A M LP US E R M A N UA L V1 .1 | J UN E 201 9 DocNo. BREW GROUP HEAD COMPONENTS support@slayerespresso.com (206) 284-7171...
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BREW GROUP HEAD COMPONENTS I T E M N O. PART NU M BER DESC R IPT IO N 44000-36152 SCREW,OVAL HD,1/4-20X0.50,SLOTTED,18-8 SS 44000-50210 INSERT NUT FOR BREW HANDLE, STAINLESS 44000-50190 SPACER FOR GROUP HANDLE 99015-10150 BREW ACTUATOR ASSEMBLY, ONYX DURATEX 44000-50260 GROUP COVER MOUNT SCREW 20000-16080...
BREW TANK ASSEMBLY ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 44000-36080 3/8-16 NUT 44000-36070 3/8 LOCK WASHER 30000-20130 600 WATT BREW TANK ELEMENT 30000-20140 ELEMENT GASKET 30000-20251 THERMOSTAT,110C 44005-10090 SHCS,M4-0.7X12MM,18-8 SS 30000-20153 3-WAY SOLENOID VALVE, 2mm, FORGED FLANGE, 24VDC 46000-10040 O-RING,FKM,DASH NO. -010 42000-10020 EXPANSION VALVE, FIXED,11BAR 46000-50040...
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BREW TANK ASSEMBLY I T E M N O. PART NU M BER DESC R IPT IO N 44000-36080 3/8-16 NUT 44000-36070 3/8 LOCK WASHER 30000-20130 600 WATT BREW TANK ELEMENT 30000-20140 ELEMENT GASKET 30000-20251 THERMOSTAT,110C 44005-10090 SHCS,M4-0.7X12MM,18-8 SS 30000-20153 3-WAY SOLENOID VALVE, 2mm, FORGED FLANGE, 24VDC 46000-10040 O-RING,FKM,DASH NO.
STEAM & HOT WATER VALVE TRAIN TO STEAM WAND FROM LOW PRESSURE WATER INLET TO STEAM WAND TO HOT WATER WAND ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 40015-32007 STEAM ACTUATOR TO LEFT WAND TUBE, STEAM BASIC 40005-32110 FLOW METER TUBE 99015-10001 STEAM SOLENOID ASSEMBLY,L,STEAM EP 40015-32003 STEAM TANK TO ACTUATOR TUBE, STEAM BASIC 40015-32010...
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STEAM SOLENOID ASSEMBLY,R,STEAM EP 40015-32005 STEAM ACTUATOR TO RIGHT WAND TUBE, STEAM BASIC 40015-32100 STEAM TANK TO HOT WATER MIX TUBE, STEAM LP 99015-10070 HOT WATER ASSEMBLY, SLAYER STEAM 44000-36220 FITTING, 45 DEGREE, FLARED, SHORT NUT FOR 1/4" TUBE OD, BRASS...
46000-50346 ITEM NO. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION SLAY E R STE A M LP US E R M A N UA L V1 .1 | J UN E 201 9 46005-53170 GRIP, STEAM WAND, COOL TOUCH 40005-50330 STEAM WAND, SLAYER STEAM...
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I T E M N O. PART NU M BER DESC R IPT IO N 46005-53170 GRIP, STEAM WAND, COOL TOUCH 40005-50330 STEAM WAND, SLAYER STEAM 10005-10008 STEAM AND HOT WATER LOCK NUT 10005-10002 STEAM, WAND SOCKET 46005-53110 STEAM SEAL 46005-53060 BUSHING 15 X 10.5 MM, STEAM...
HOT WATER WAND ASSEMBLY ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 46005-53170 GRIP, STEAM WAND, COOL TOUCH 40004-50450 HOT WATER WAND, HOME MACHINE SLAY E R STE A M LP US E R M A N UA L V1 .1 | J UN E 201 9 46000-50030 O RING FOR STEAM TIP, 1.5 X 6 46000-50350...
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HOT WATER WAND ASSEMBLY I T E M N O. PART NU M BER DESC R IPT IO N 46005-53170 GRIP, STEAM WAND, COOL TOUCH 40004-50450 HOT WATER WAND, HOME MACHINE 46000-50030 O RING FOR STEAM TIP, 1.5 X 6 46000-50350 HOT WATER SPOUT 46000-53050...
STEAM ACTUATOR ASSEMBLIES LEFT LEFT RIGHT ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION RIGHT 44000-36102 BOLT, HEX HEAD, 1/4-20 X 3/4 44005-10320 PLASTIC STEAM ACTUATOR DISK SPRING 99015-10004 LEFT ACTUATOR HANDLE ASSEMBLY 44000-36260 ACTUATOR, STEAM, STOP BOLT, SHORT ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 46005-01010 TEFLON GASKET 13005-30045 44000-36102...
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STEAM ACTUATOR ASSEMBLIES I T E M N O. PART NU M BER DESC R IPT IO N 44000-36102 BOLT, HEX HEAD, 1/4-20 X 3/4 44005-10320 PLASTIC STEAM ACTUATOR DISK SPRING 99015-10004 LEFT ACTUATOR HANDLE ASSEMBLY 44000-36260 ACTUATOR, STEAM, STOP BOLT, SHORT 46005-01010 TEFLON GASKET 13005-30045...
DRAIN CIRCUIT ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 40015-32009 STEAM ACTUATOR DRAIN TUBE, LEFT 42000-10130 WYE CONNECTOR, BARBED, 3/8 TUBE, 226F, HDPE 40000-32150 HIGH-TEMPERATURE SILICONE RUBBER TUBING, SOFT, 5/16" ID, 7/16" OD, 1/16" WALL, WHITE 44000-36280 SPRING CLIP,3-WAY SOLENOID VALVE,11.6-12.2mm, MEDIUM 42005-10000 FITTING, BARBED HOSE, ADAPTER FOR 5/16"...
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DRAIN CIRCUIT I T E M N O. PART NU M BER DESC R IPT IO N 40015-32009 STEAM ACTUATOR DRAIN TUBE, LEFT 42000-10130 WYE CONNECTOR, BARBED, 3/8 TUBE, 226F, HDPE 40000-32150 HIGH-TEMPERATURE SILICONE RUBBER TUBING, SOFT, 5/16” ID, 7/16” OD, 1/16” WALL, WHITE 44000-36280 SPRING CLIP,3-WAY SOLENOID VALVE,11.6-12.2mm, MEDIUM 42005-10000...
SLAY E R STE A M LP US E R M A N UA L V1 .1 | J UN E 201 9 99005-10200 SHOT LIGHT ASSEMBLY, STEAM 13015-10010 FRONT PANEL, LOWER, STEAM LP, 2 GROUP 13015-10020 FRONT PANEL, LOWER, STEAM LP, 3 GROUP 44005-10080 SCREW, TRUSS HD, EW, M4-0.7X8 mm, 18-8 SS...
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DISPLAY JUMPER CABLE, 400mm 44005-10160 SCREW,M4-0.7X6 mm, FH, PHILLIPS,SS 99005-10200 SHOT LIGHT ASSEMBLY, STEAM 13015-10010 FRONT PANEL, LOWER, STEAM LP, 2 GROUP 13015-10020 FRONT PANEL, LOWER, STEAM LP, 3 GROUP 44005-10080 SCREW, TRUSS HD, EW, M4-0.7X8 mm, 18-8 SS 10005-03070...
ELECTRONICS COMPONENTS ITEM NO. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 30005-20270 2 POLE ROCKER BREAKER SWITCH 2 GROUP MACHINES ONLY 30000-20230 BREAKER,30A,2POLES 3 GROUP MACHINES ONLY 30000-20240 BREAKER, 40A, 2 POLES 13005-20027 ELECTRICAL SHIELD ASSEMBLY, STEAM, 2 GROUP 13005-30027 ELECTRICAL SHIELD, ASSEMBLY, STEAM, 3 GROUP SLAY E R STE A M LP US E R M A N UA L V1 .1 | J UN E 201 9 44004-36140 SCREW, PAN HEAD PHILLIPS, M3 SIZE, 20mm LENGTH, .5mm PITCH, STAINLESS...
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ELECTRICAL SHIELD, ASSEMBLY, STEAM, 3 GROUP 44004-36140 SCREW, PAN HEAD PHILLIPS, M3 SIZE, 20mm LENGTH, .5mm PITCH, STAINLESS 44005-10080 SCREW, TRUSS HD,EW,M4-0.7X8MM, PHILLIPS,18-8 SS 44005-10370 SCREW,M4-0.7X16.0,PHMS,PHILLIPS,18-8 30005-10080 MAIN BRAIN, SLAYER STEAM 30000-20003 POWER SUPPLY, COSEL, 500 WATT 44005-10390 SCREW,M3-0.5X8.0,PHMS,PHILLIPS,18-8 10005-20010 SUB PLATE, STEAM 30005-20011...
DRIP TRAYS & CUP TRAYS ITEM NO. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 13005-30034 CUP TRAY COVER, LEFT, STEAM 13005-30035 CUP TRAY COVER, CENTER, STEAM (for 3 Group Only) 13005-20029 CUP TRAY, STEAM, 2GP 13005-30029 CUP TRAY, LOWER, STEAM, 3GP 13005-30033 CUP TRAY COVER, RIGHT, STEAM 13005-30039 DRIP TRAY, ADJ.
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DRIP TRAYS & CUP TRAYS I T E M N O. PART NU M BER DESC R IPT IO N 13005-30034 CUP TRAY COVER, LEFT, STEAM 13005-30035 CUP TRAY COVER, CENTER, STEAM (for 3 Group Only) 13005-20029 CUP TRAY, STEAM, 2GP 13005-30029 CUP TRAY, LOWER, STEAM, 3GP 13005-30033...
PUMP ASSEMBLY & LINES ITEM NO. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 30000-20470 HARNESS, MOTOR, 2/3 GROUP,UL 30000-20446 HARNESS, MOTOR, 2/3 GROUP,CE 30000-58020 PUMP MOTOR 44000-58010 V BAND CLAMP SLAY E R STE A M LP US E R M A N UA L V1 .1 | J UN E 201 9 42000-10050 TEE FITTING, M-F-M, 3/8"...
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42000-10060 REDUCER, 3/8" - M X 1/8" - F 46000-50320 BREW GAUGE, 20BAR, CUSTOM PRINTED SLAYER LOGO. SCALE IN BAR. 30000-58030 PUMP, 45 GPH SLAY E R STE A M LP US E R M A N UA L V1 .1 | J UN E 201 9...
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PORTAFILTERS ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 46000-56100 PORTAFILTER, BLIND 46000-56552 DOUBLE BASKET, STEAM 46000-56551 SINGLE BASKET, RIDGELESS 46000-56080 TRIPLE PORTAFILTER BASKET, RIDGELESS 46000-56160 PORTAFILTER LOCKING SPRING, 1.20 mm, STAINLESS 46000-56120 SPOUTED PORTAFILTER BODY ONLY SLAY E R STE A M LP US E R M A N UA L V1 .1 | J UN E 201 9 46000-56130 DOUBLE SPOUT 46000-56131...
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PORTAFILTERS I T E M N O. PART NU M BER DESC R IPT IO N 46000-56100 PORTAFILTER, BLIND 46000-56551 SINGLE BASKET, RIDGELESS 46000-56552 DOUBLE BASKET, STEAM 46000-56080 TRIPLE PORTAFILTER BASKET, RIDGELESS 46000-56160 PORTAFILTER LOCKING SPRING, 1.20 mm, STAINLESS 46000-56120 SPOUTED PORTAFILTER BODY ONLY 46000-56130 DOUBLE SPOUT...
WIRE MAP 2- GRO U P MACH I NES SSR-BG2 SSR-BG1 CN12 CN18 CN20 CN26 CN28CN32 CN34 CN38 CN40CN44 CN46 CN47 CN19 CN21 CN27 CN29 CN45 SSR-STM CN48 CN49 CN13 CN16 CN22CN24 CN42 CN14 CN17 CN23CN25 CN30 CN31 CN36 CN39 CN43 ROM / TO 2 GROUP MACHINES GROUP 1...
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WIRE MAP: 2-GROUP MACHINES connection position wire color G RO U P 1 connection position wire color GH1 SW-RIGHT CN14 YELLOW GROUND GREEN BLACK/WHITE FLOW MTR GND BLACK GH1 SW-LEFT WHITE FLOW MTR +10Vdc CN10 BLACK/WHITE HOT WATER SW. CN11 VIOLET/BLACK BLACK CN19...
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WIRE MAP: 3-GROUP MACHINES GRO U P 1 connection position wire color connection position wire color GH1 SW-RIGHT CN14 YELLOW GROUND GREEN BLACK/WHITE FLOW MTR GND BLACK GH1 SW-LEFT WHITE CN10 BLACK/WHITE FLOW MTR +10Vdc CN19 BLACK/ORANGE HOT WATER SW. CN11 VIOLET/BLACK FLOW METER...
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